Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Life just keeps going....(without the Diet Coke)

Well folks! I've made it. Day 730 (2 years) off Diet Coke. WOW! It had so much control over me and here I sit with much more respect for anyone that decides to quit a bad habit.

I am SO glad I decided to take on this goal. I feel worlds better now that I am off all artificial sweeteners. ALL OF THEM! No sugar free chewing gum, No sugar free vanilla syrup at Starbucks, No sugar free creamer in my coffee, No Sweet'n'Low, No Crystal light, No flavored tainted water, No diet yogurts, No sugar free candies, No Skinny Cow ice cream, No sugar free jell-o, No sugar free puddings, OK you get the point. They are EVERYWHERE!

If you haven't taken the time to read my one year in review, check it out:Diet Coke Rehab. It has many reasons to give it up!

Drinking soda is such a waste of money. It's a weekly expense you don't need. Just like someone that buys cigarettes daily or weekly. We don't need soda to survive, nor do we need cigarettes. I don't even want to begin to think about how much I saved going off of Diet Coke. Another added perk of being of the soda is that I never go inside a gas station anymore...GROSS!

I rarely watch commercials, but when I do I can't help but look at the soda marketing differently. It's almost like a soda cult. Seriously, hear me out... You can ask ANY true soda drinker if they have a preference between Coke or Pepsi or even generic soda and they will have a clear answer. I wouldn't even bother drinking Diet Pepsi because I was loyal to Diet Coke. They get consumers hooked on their syrup and chemicals in a can and it's hard to stop.

I'm here to tell you that you can stop and it's in your best interest to do so. Set a goal of 30 days and make it! And at day 29 set another 30 days. Estimate what you spent daily or weekly on soda (or juices, energy drinks, flavored water) for your family and put it in a fund. At the end of the year do something fun!

I have a new appreciation for water. I actually crave it now! It does a body good, ya know? Keep on drinking it and read some reasons why you should below. Make your water "super water" by brewing pure good quality green tea and add it to your water (3-4 times a day). Check out why here: Miracle Tea

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ABOUT ME

Jan 2011-I started my journey of EATING CLEAN out of necessity(and a bit of intrigue). I was told I needed to lower my cholesterol on my own or I would need to go on a medication(which I will avoid at all costs). After a friend introduced me to CLEAN EATING, I ran out bought the book {The Eat-Clean Diet Recharged: Lasting Fat Loss That's Better than Ever!}. And then the journey began to eat healthier, exercise more, and get knowledgeable on what really goes into my body. This blog was created to make EATING CLEAN easier with healthy recipes, tips, and tricks!
EATING CLEAN is not a quick fix. It's a way of life. A healthy one. Be patient as you learn to EAT CLEAN. Follow me as I replace all my old, "dirty" meals with CLEAN alternatives and ultimately become a CLEAN FREAK. Best Wishes, Angie

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Please keep in mind that I am not a Registered Dietitian. While my advice often relies on research, most of it is from my own personal experience in the journey of {Clean Eating}. Always consult your doctor before making any changes to your diet and exercise routine.